Albuquerque International Sunport

08/25/2026

The Sunport is looking forward to joining Consulado de México en Albuquerque for Fiesta Mexicana 2026 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center Foundation and celebrating Mexican culture, heritage, music, and community together. We hope you'll join us! 🎉💚

📅 September 15
🕔 5:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 National Hispanic Cultural Center

✈️🇲🇽 ¡Esta celebración también despega desde Albuquerque!

Nos emociona anunciar que Albuquerque International Sunport se suma como patrocinador de nuestra Fiesta Mexicana 2026. 🎉

Porque celebrar nuestras raíces también es reconocer a quienes abren puertas, conectan comunidades y hacen posible que México se sienta cerca, incluso a miles de kilómetros de casa. ❤️

Este 15 de septiembre, nos encontraremos para compartir música, cultura, tradición y mucho orgullo mexicano.

📅 15 de septiembre
🕔 5:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 National Hispanic Cultural Center

Gracias, ABQ International Sunport, por subirte a bordo de esta gran fiesta. ✈️🇲🇽



✈️🇲🇽 This celebration is taking off from Albuquerque, too!

We’re excited to announce that ABQ International Sunport is joining us as a sponsor of our Fiesta Mexicana 2026. 🎉

Celebrating our roots also means recognizing those who open doors, connect communities, and help Mexico feel a little closer to home, even from thousands of miles away. ❤️

This September 15, we’ll come together to share music, culture, tradition, and plenty of Mexican pride.

📅 September 15
🕔 5:00–10:00 p.m.
📍 National Hispanic Cultural Center

Thank you, ABQ International Sunport, for coming aboard this celebration. ✈️🇲🇽

08/25/2026

Today brought a little extra aviation flair to the Land of Enchantment as Southwest Airlines' and United's retro "Friend Ship" livery both made an appearance!

Two classics, one airport, and plenty of spotting fun. 📸✈️

08/19/2026

Aviation has a pretty great view from here.

There’s something special about watching the first aircraft of the day take off with the Sandia Mountains in the background. Happy National Aviation Day from all of us at ABQ, where the Land of Enchantment meets the skies.

08/18/2026

✈️ Happy Aviation Week from the Sunport!

From our state's long history of aviation and aerospace innovation to today's nonstop movement of people and ideas, New Mexico continues to play an important role in the world of flight. We're proud to be part of that story at the ABQ Sunport.

08/13/2026

A legend has landed! ✈️

The B-17 Sentimental Journey is here at the Sunport this week. One of only three still flying worldwide, this historic aircraft is ready for you to step aboard! Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/3bc2xbzw

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Few planes in history match the legacy of the B-17 bomber. “Officially, that was the first aircraft that the crew was able to complete 25 missions on,& #82…

08/12/2026

Always a pleasure welcoming Consulado de México en Albuquerque to the Sunport! We’re grateful for the continued friendship and partnership, and for the opportunity to keep building connections that bring our communities closer together. Looking forward to all that we can accomplish in the future! ¡Adelante y bienvenidos!🇲🇽✈️🇺🇸 🤝

08/12/2026

Join us for Mayor Keller’s State of the City this Saturday, August 15 at 4:30 PM at the Route 66 Visitor Center! Enjoy local brews, food, live music and performances, and get an up-close look at the trucks and vehicles that help keep our city running. Admission is free and all are welcome!

08/07/2026

We're so proud to see our ABQ Sunport K9 Crew featured in this month's . Thank you to our incredible volunteers and Volunteer Coordinator Doug Lutz for the care, comfort, and smiles you bring to travelers every day. Give it a read, and be sure to say hello the next time you're at the Sunport! 🐾✈️

08/05/2026

is all about building stronger, safer communities.

The Aviation Department was proud to have Director Manny Manriquez represent at National Night Out, hosted by the Highland Business & Neighborhood Association at the historic Hiland Theater. Director Manriquez joined community members, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, and other local leaders celebrating the evening.

Guests enjoyed connecting with neighbors and a fantastic performance by the National Dance Institute of New Mexico's Albuquerque chapter. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!

07/29/2026

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